Utilitech LUT050 Mode D'emploi page 5

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS continued
7. Install a gate valve or ball valve if required by any codes.
8. The horizontal discharge pipe must be positioned in a downward slope so any remaining water
will drain away. Failure to do this will prevent water from exiting the pit and damage the pump if
the line freezes.
9. If you are replacing an old sump pump:
(a) Unplug the pump from the outlet.
(b) Loosen the check valve or rubber union by unscrewing
the bottom hose clamp. (If the existing system is
installed without a check valve or rubber union, saw the
pipe apart above the sump pit.)
(c) Remove the old pump and unscrew the pipe and adapter.
(d) If the adapter fits into the new pump, screw the pipe into
the pump. If not, cut a piece of rigid PVC pipe and
connect it to the new adapter by cleaning and cementing
the two pieces together. (Follow the instructions on the
PVC cleaner and cement.)
(e) Loosen the enclosed stainless steel hose clamp by turning
the screw counterclockwise and slip it over the pipe on top
of the pump.
(f) Hold the float switch against the discharge pipe so the cage
is below the bracket.
(g) Position the bottom of the float at the height you want the
pump to activate and turn the screw clockwise to tighten the
hose clamp, but do not tighten it completely at this time.
(h) Lower the pump into the sump by the handle.
(i) To avoid debris pouring into the float, it should be positioned on the side of the discharge pipe
opposite the drain tile. Note: It is desirable to mount the float below the drain tile that empties
into the pit. Mounting it above the drain tile would allow water to fill the drain tile before the
pump is activated. (See diagram on page 4).
(j) Once the switch is in the desired position, tighten the hose clamp.
(k) Connect the pipe on the pump to the existing discharge pipe with a rubber union or check
valve and tighten the hose clamps securely.
Connecting the Pump and Controller
WARNING: Make sure the outlet is single phase,
115V and 60HZ for all the pump installations.
Dual Float Controller
Plug the control box into a properly grounded, 3-prong receptacle
(preferably with ground fault circuit interrupt), then insert the pump
plug into the receptacle on the control box. You should provide
additional protection for the control unit by using a surge protector.
For a neater installation, secure the power cord and the float switch
cord to the discharge pipe with wire ties or hose clamps. Keep the
cords separated from each other on opposite sides of the pipe.
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